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August 8, 2012 Vol.C 50, No. 14 ommentator SERVING THE DIOCESE OF BATON ROUGE SINCE 1963 thecatholiccommentator.org Local Catholic schools first choice of 1,500 students By Laura Deavers Editor

About 1,500 students who are taking advan- tage of the state scholarship program had as their first choice one of the Catholic schools in Diocese of Baton Rouge, but there was space for only 411 students in the 19 schools participating in the scholarship program this school year. “Our schools see this as an opportunity to ex- perience ministry to people who could not other- wise afford a Catholic education,” said Dr. Mela- nie Verges, superintendent of Catholic schools in this diocese. Each of the 19 participating schools, which is 63 percent of all of the Catholic schools in this diocese, decided how many students could be ac- commodated at that school. Of the 411 students, 103 will be in kindergar- ten, one-fourth will be in first and second grades and half of the students will be going into grades three through 11. The educators believe they can St. Jules Church in Belle Rose will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 18. File photo | The Catholic Commentator make a bigger difference if they can start teach- ing the students when they are young, Verges added. St. Jules Church celebrating 100 years as parish The parents of the new students have attend- ed a required orientation meeting at the school By Laura Deavers Father Boucher, realizing the increased difficulty their child is attending so that they have a full Editor the people living in Valenzuela had to get to the church understanding of what is expected of them and in Plattenville, obtained permission from the Arch- the students. Sugar cane fields surround St. Jules Church in bishop of New Orleans to erect a chapel at Valenzuela, “We are being clear about our expectations,” Belle Rose, a strong indication of the connection of which was on the east side of Bayou Lafourche. said Verges. Each student will be expected to faith and livelihood for the people living in the part St. Jules Chapel burned in 1900 but was rebuilt meet the same criteria, as will their parents. of Assumption Civil Parish where St. Jules Church is three years later on the site. In 1906 the chapel came Each new student will be given the Terra Nova located. under the pastorate of Father John M. Massardier, test on Aug. 20. Verges explained that the Ter- St. Jules parishioners are celebrating the 100th pastor of Ascension of Our Lord Church in Donald- ra Nova is a national test that the local Catho- anniversary of the establishment of their church par- sonville. Six years later, New Orleans Archbishop lic schools use to chart the academic growth of ish, though the faith community began more than 30 James Hubert Blenk established St. Jules as a canoni- a student so that the school and teachers have years before. cal parish, and St. Martin Chapel, which is west of the baseline data on the academic level of each stu- On Saturday, Aug. 18, Bishop Robert W. Muench current church in Bruly St. Martin, became a mission dent. will celebrate 4 p.m. Mass at St. Jules to mark the of St. Jules Church. Father Jules Rousseau was St. These new students will take the Terra Nova church’s centennial. A reception will follow in the par- Jules’ first resident pastor. again in April with their classmates so that their ish hall. In 1897, St. Martin Chapel was built. The trees academic progress can be determined. St. Jules Church Parish is along Bayou Lafourche in the forest where the chapel was being built were “We have been pro-active,” Verges stated between Donaldsonville and Plattenville. In 1882, the used to build the chapel, which until 1911 was under about the way the schools and her office have ad- pastor of St. Elizabeth church in Plattenville, Father the spiritual leadership of the pastors assigned to St. dressed the responsibilities associated with the Canon Jules Boucher, oversaw the construction of St. Elizabeth. scholarship program. “We do not want the state Jules Chapel in the community that was first known as In 1914, Father Pierre Marie Gruel replaced Fa- to design the accountability process for us. We Valenzuela, the name given to this area by the Spanish ther Rousseau as pastor. Six years later, Father F. J. have designed it so we can be good to these chil- who settled in this part of Louisiana in the 1700s. The Jan was appointed rector of St. Jules and St. Mar- dren.” The test results provide data needed “to area was later known as Belle Alliance. tin. Four months later Father E. J. Blanchet became help us meet the needs of all of the students in Sisters of Mount Carmel, who arrived in Platten- pastor. At the time, St. Jules had a private school our schools.” ville in 1833 and in 1890 agreed to staff a school that attended by 20 students; in 1920 there were 26, 17 The Louisiana Department of Education re- Father Boucher was building, described the priest as boys and nine girls. That same year, 250 children at- quires fourth- and eighth-grade students to take “an energetic, pious and remarkable priest who cham- tending public schools were taught religion, often SEE SCHOLARSHIPS PAGE 20 pioned education for the betterment of his people.” SEE ST. JULES PAGE 11 2 The Catholic Commentator August 8, 2012

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ed by the PEW Research Center, 64 percent James and John are known as Sons of Thunder of Catholics have heard of the bishop’s objections; 56 percent of these agree with “The Sons of Thunder” Several stories in the them. Page 10 sounds like a rock band, Bible show a temper and a movie or a motorcycle fire in the two brothers that club. Actually the name may have contributed to has been used for all three. their nickname. When the But Catholics might also Samaritans did not wel- PHYSICIST ANTHONY RIZZI BELIEVES know this term as the bibli- come Jesus when he was en children can learn about God by studying cal reference for two of Je- route to Jerusalem, James physics. Using their senses, observations, sus’ most beloved apostles: and John asked Jesus, “Do experiences and natural curiosity, young James the Greater, the son you want us to call down people can understand the scientific meth- YOUTH FROM SEVERAL CATHOLIC of Zebedee, and his broth- fire from heaven to con- ods of science. If properly understood, sci- CHURCHES experienced what it really er, John. sume them?” Luke 9: 54- ence will lead them to know the existence means to be poor and homeless. With very “He named 12 as his 55. of God. Page 5 little money, the teens discovered the diffi- companions whom he would send to James and John were also the apos- culty many people in this community have preach the good news. They were like- tles whose mother asked if her sons could WITH THE CURRENT FOCUS ON THE SEP- because they do not have a job. Page 12 wise to have authority to expel demons. sit at the right and left of Jesus, a request ARATION of church He appointed the 12 as follows: Simon, that showed their passion, but also a lack and state, questions | de in x to whom he gave the name, Peter; James, of understanding of their mission. may arise as to whether son of Zebedee, and John, the brother of St. Luke also tells us that when the a person can be truly Classified Ads 18 James (he gave these two the name Bo- two brothers saw a man casting out dev- Catholic and a patri- Coming Events 18 anerges, or ‘sons of thunder’); Andrew; ils in the name of Christ, John said, “We otic American. Various Entertainment 14 Philip; Bartholomew; Matthew; Thomas; tried to stop him because he is not of our issues related to patrio- Family Life 5 James, son of Alphaeus; Thaddaeus; Si- company” Luke 9: 49. tism are presented in a INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL NEWS 4 mon of the Zealot party; and Judas Is- However, the two brothers apparently CNS Viewpoint. Page 8 cariot, who betrayed him.” Mark 3: 14-19. held a prominent place with Jesus and LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 17 Fishermen on the Sea of Galilee, among the other apostles. It was James, A MAJORITY OF CATHOLICS SAY THEY Spirituality 7 James and John often worked at night. John and Peter who Jesus asked to ac- SHARE the U.S. bishops’ concerns about Viewpoint 16 The Galilean race was considered reli- company him to the mountaintop where the HHS mandate. In a recent poll conduct- Youth 12 gious, hardy and industrious with a ve- they witnessed the transfiguration. It hemence of character. seens So page 3

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By Laura Deavers wonderful place to work.” Editor He mentioned the good work- ing relationship he has had this Catholic Charities of the Dio- past year with the chancery staff; cese of Baton Rouge (CCDBR) held the diocesan fiscal officer, Joe -In its annual meeting Aug. 1 at the graham; the new director of hu- CCDBR offices on the Catholic Life man resources, Anita Krail; and Center campus. Keith Arceneaux, Mark Blanchard, stewardship di- last year’s board of directors chair- rector, who before his death had man, reported on CCDBR’s ac- many creative ideas for providing complishments during the past for the Sanctuary for Life. With Bishop Robert Muench, year, presented awards to several The David Hamilton Catholic right, are Denny and Polly CCDBR volunteers and employees Charities Volunteer of the Year Todd Hamilton, center, receives the Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge Wambsgans, recipients of the and installed the incoming board Award was presented to Denny Social Conscience Award from Keith Arceneaux and Bishop Robert David Hamilton Catholic Chari- of directors and officers. and Polly Wambsgans. The couple Muench. Photos by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator ties Volunteer of the Year Award. David Aguillard, CCDBR’s ex- was chosen because they have ecutive director, and Bishop Rob- volunteered 800 hours during a church parish prepare for a di- the premier CCUSA member in di- ert W. Muench also addressed the the past three years to provide saster, sorting and distributing saster recovery. Hamilton served group. Christmas joy to 2,500 families thousands of Christmas presents as interim CCDBR director and In recognizing the achieve- and seniors. The couple received, or singing the national anthem on oversaw the transition to the new ments of the past year, Arceneaux inventoried, sorted and distrib- the steps of the state capitol. leadership. He is now the leading mentioned: uted thousands of presents, while Todd Hamilton is the first re- the State Office for Refugees and • The successful completion of greeting donors, clients and staff cipient of the Catholic Charities has oversight of four resettlement disaster recovery programs fol- with kindness. Their involvement of Baton Rouge Social Conscience agencies. lowing hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and input was instrumental in Award, which was established this “There are three sets of build- Gustav and Ike. revamping the process to better year to call attention to a person ings on the Catholic Life Center • New programs in the area of serve their donors and clients. who exemplifies a commitment campus. Those who work in these Keith Arceneaux presents the immigration and refugee services. Jerry Carter received the Gene to service, who serves others with buildings make Jesus present to Gene Domingue Co-worker of The Catholic Charities immigra- Domingue Co-worker of the Year dignity, treats others with grace those with special needs,” said the Year Award to Jerry Carter. tion legal services employs more Award, which is presented to a and thereby lives the Gospel mis- Bishop Muench. “The people who than half of the not-for-profit im- CCDBR staff member who dem- sion. Arceneaux said Hamilton work in this (CCDBR) building Hebert CSJ, parish ministry di- migration attorneys in the Louisi- onstrates superior performance was chosen because he has estab- minister and make Jesus present rectory at St. Mary of False River ana. and embodies the goals and values lished two of the first senior em- to someone in need.” Church in New Roads; Chair Jim • Responsibility for the Loui- of CCDBR. Arceneaux said Carter ployment and foster grandparent The 2012-2013 board mem- Stalls; Vice Chair Colletta Bar- siana State Office for Refugees, might be found hauling trailers programs in Louisiana. He led bers are Homer Charles; Hel- rett, Treasurer Vernie Howard; which has oversight for four re- loaded with donations, sorting CCDBR through hurricane Ka- ena Cunningham; Rev. Ronald Secretary Rev. Dan Krutz; and Ex settlement programs. out computer problems, helping trina and established CCDBR as T. Williams; Sister Mary Ann Officio officer Arceneaux. New educational programs for parents and young children can be implemented because of increased United Way funds. As part of the five-year strate- NOW IS THE TIME gic plan, Transformation 2016, the first step into advocacy and civic engagement on behalf of CCDBR clients and the working poor in the Don and Carl of Mr. D’s say don’t wait for community was made through the disaster to strike. Tree removal is a highly support of Baton Rouge’s Capital Area Transit System reform. technical, yet a delicate task that requires Aguillard said the CCDBR staff qualified professionals. Call on us BEFORE the is “what makes this place such a HURRICANE SEASON and we will give you a FREE quote on any tree removal or trimming. SONS: Closest to Jesus FROM PAGE 2 was James, John and Peter who were present for the miracle of the raising of Jairus’ daughter. Call Today! 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By Nancy Frazier O’Brien receives a premium tax credit. – assessed by the Internal Revenue Ser- of adjusted gross income to 10 percent Catholic News Service Those tax credits will be available to vice – begin at $95 per person or 1 percent beginning in 2013, except for people 65 individuals and families with income be- of taxable income in 2014 and go up from and over. Contributions to flexible spend- WASHINGTON — As the head of a tween 133 percent and 400 percent of the there. Those without coverage for less than ing accounts for medical expenses will be small evangelical college serving 2,400 federal poverty level. In 2012, the federal three months, American Indians, prison- capped at $2,500 a year in 2013, with any undergraduates and 600 graduate stu- poverty level was $11,170 for an individual ers, undocumented immigrants, those later increases pegged to the cost of living. dents, the Rev. Philip Graham Ryken has and $23,050 for a family of four, meaning who have religious objections to obtaining Other taxes and penalties are likely to no quarrel with contraception on religious that tax credits could go to families of four health insurance and those whose incomes arise as various federal agencies issue their grounds but doesn’t want any part of a with income as high as $92,200. are below the tax filing threshold will be final regulations related to the health care health insurance plan that offers certain With more than 107,000 faculty and exempt. law. drugs that can cause abortions. staff members at more than 200 U.S. One of the first taxes to take effect after Jonathan H. Adler of Case Western Re- So the president of Wheaton College in Catholic colleges and universities, the to- the March 2010 passage of the Affordable serve University School of Law in Cleve- Illinois has vowed to resist requirements tal potential tax liability in Catholic higher Care Act was a 10 percent tax on indoor land and Michael F. Cannon of the Cato under the new health care law to provide education could be staggering if they feel tanning services, imposed since July 1, Institute contend that the IRS has erred all contraceptives approved by the Food compelled to drop their insurance. Add 2010. in ruling that those who live in states that and Drug Administration – including two to that the nation’s 629 Catholic hospitals Among the others: decline to establish state insurance ex- that can prevent implantation of a fertil- employing more than 640,000 people, and – An increase in Medicare payroll taxes changes can get the same tax credits and ized egg – free of charge to its employees. the 381,000 people who work in 3,300 lo- from 1.45 percent to 2.35 percent on earn- subsidies as the participants in state-run If the school is unable to offer health cal Catholic Charities offices around the ings over $200,000 for individuals and exchanges. coverage which complies with its moral country, and the costs could swamp an al- $250,000 for married couples filing joint- Although the health reform law calls for and religious beliefs, that position could ready financially beleaguered U.S. Catholic ly, effective Jan. 1, 2013. the establishment of a federal insurance put him in line for taxes and penalties to- Church. – An excise tax of 40 percent to be im- exchange for those not covered by a state taling $1.4 million a year for faculty and But the penalty on employers is far from posed on so-called “Cadillac coverage” exchange, it does not allow for the exten- staff alone, Rev. Ryken said at a recent tele- the only tax contained in the Patient Pro- health insurance plans valued at $10,200 sion of tax credits, Adler and Cannon said conference announcing a lawsuit against tection and Affordable Care Act. The best for individual coverage and $27,500 for in an article to be published in an upcom- the contraceptive mandate. known is the individual mandate, affirmed family policies, beginning Jan. 1, 2013. The ing issue of Health Matrix, a journal that Beginning Jan. 1, 2014, employers with by the U.S. Supreme Court as a tax, which tax will apply only to amounts above the focusing on the intersection of law, ethics, 50 or more full-time employees that do could cost those without health insurance thresholds and will be levied on insurers medicine and policy. not offer health insurance will be subject up to $295 or 2.5 percent of taxable in- and self-insured employers, not directly on “The text, structure and history of to a fine of $2,000 per employee, exclud- come, whichever is greater, by 2016. employees. the (Affordable Care) Act show that tax ing the first 30 employees, if any employee Taxes related to the individual mandate – Annual fees of up to $4.1 billion (in credits and subsidies are not available in 2018) on the pharmaceutical manufactur- federally run exchanges,” they say. “The ing sector. The fee for 2012-13 was $2.8 IRS rule is contrary to congressional in- billion. tent and cannot be justified on other legal – Annual fees of up to $14.3 billion (in grounds.”

2018) on the health insurance sector. The And because the tax credits can trig- first fee, of $8 billion, is to be imposed in ger fines on employers who do not provide 2014. health insurance, they added, the IRS rule

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Papal book completed; cardinal says new encyclical also possible

By Cindy Wooden The Vatican press office said Aug. 2 the Daily Lunch Specials Catholic News Service book is being translated into a variety of seafood plates, poboys and gumbo languages from the German original. “It VATICAN CITY — Pope Benedict XVI is hoped that the book will be published Featuring New Menu has finished the third volume of his opus, simultaneously in the most widely spo- with daily seafood specials “Jesus of Nazareth,” and perhaps also will ken languages; this will require a certain publish an encyclical letter during the up- amount of time to ensure the accurate coming Year of Faith, said Cardinal Tarci- translations of a text that is important Friday Night Dinners sio Bertone, Vatican secretary of state. and long-awaited.” fresh Gulf fish entrée specials The cardinal, Pope Benedict’s top col- The press office did not comment on a laborator, told reporters Aug. 1 that the possible new encyclical. Boiled Blue Crabs pope had finished his manuscript on Je- However, many observers expect there Tuesday & Wednesday nights (All you can eat) sus’ infancy and childhood. to be a document focusing on the vir- “It is a great gift for the Year of Faith,” tue of faith to complete a series of Pope Cajun Butcher Shop the cardinal told reporters in Les Combes Benedict’s reflections on the theological fresh boudin, andouille sausage, cracklin, di Introd, a village in Italy’s northwestern virtues. His encyclical on charity (“Deus smoked sausage Alps where Blessed John Paul II and Pope Caritas Est”) was published in 2005, and Call us for your catering needs! Benedict have vacationed in the past. two years later he released his encyclical The first volume of “Jesus of Nazareth,” on hope (“Spe Salvi”).

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By Debbie Shelley written for people of all ages. parents to broach the subject, Assistant Editor The Catechism of the Catho- as the book begins by describ- lic Church states God calls peo- ing what physical things are, Through studying physics, ple to know and love him, Rizzi their properties, how things parents can teach their children emphasized. In order to develop cannot change themselves, im- about God, “the unchangeable a relationship with God, people petus, speed and change. The changer,” and encounter him must answer the question, concluding chapters of the book with them, according to Dr. An- “Who is God?” To answer that talk about “the unchangeable thony Rizzi, director and found- question people have to con- changer” and what physics tells er of the Institute for Advanced ceive, or understand the physi- people about God. Physics, at a “Kid’s Introduction cal elements of their world and Rizzi urged parents to make to Physics (and Beyond)” con- then bring in faith. physics fun by connecting ac- ference at LSU on July 27. Among the things children tivities, such as a hike in the Rizzi, a physicist and gradu- must understand is that they woods, to principles of physics. Dr. Anthony Rizzi, center, answers questions from Dylan Martin and his ate of MIT and Princeton who is are made to know truth, said He said children are naturally mother, Pam, at a “Kid’s Introduction to Physics (and Beyond)” confer- said to have solved an 80-year- Rizzi, who referred to Jesus’ inquisitive and parents may be ence at LSU on July 27. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator old problem of defining angular statement that he came into the challenged to learn more about momentum in Einstein’s the- world in order to testify to the ence. This attitude has allowed church, both need each other to physics themselves so they can ory of General Relativity, said truth. He added that children the worldly culture to misuse establish well-rounded expla- answer their questions. people build their knowledge must also know science is im- modern scientific methods and nations about God and creation. Audience member Dylan about things through what they portant because it shapes the misinterpret its conclusions. Rizzi challenged Catholics to Martin, a rising junior at Cen- sense, observe and experience. modern world. Additionally, Such faulty conclusions don’t embrace the sciences in order to tral High School who attends Children’s curiosity and won- children must learn to recog- allow for the “unknowable” defend the truth through think- St. Alphonsus Church in Green- der about the things around nize that science, properly un- or that which can only be ex- ing that is rooted in reality and well Springs and Immaculate them can be cultivated into a derstood, leads them to know plained as coming from God. which intuitively knows about Conception Church in Denham common sense thinking that about the existence of God and Rizzi emphasized science God’s “invisible” workings be- Springs, said he will be taking leads to an understanding of that each gain in knowledge came from the heart of the hind the visible. physics in the fall and wants advanced scientific methods of leads them to a deeper under- Catholic church, noting that Rizzi told the audience mem- to learn more about God’s rela- modern science. standing of God. doctors of the church, such as bers they are “pioneers” in help- tionship with his creation. He Parents can gently help their By the time youth graduate St. Thomas Aquinas, articulat- ing others “properly digest” was intrigued by Rizzi’s mes- children learn the basics of from high school, they should ed sound principles of modern science. He encouraged par- sage that the journey to know- physics through the book, “A prove to themselves that God science, which include wisdom, ents to study physics with their ing God starts with the senses. Kid’s Introduction to Physics exists and understand the ba- spiritual and philosophical children, noting that parents Dylan’s mother, Pam, said (and Beyond).” sics of modern science and the components. understand the laws of phys- she was fascinated as she The book, which was the world, according to Rizzi. According to Rizzi, while ics more than they realize. He learned that physics helps peo- fruit of nine years of Rizzi’s He said many Catholics have there tends to be a tension be- said “The Kid’s Introduction ple see things have their begin- advanced physics research, is lost their appreciation for sci- tween science and the Catholic to Physics” is a good place for ning with God. Lessons people learn about life when facing death ur daughter said the other this, or deal with it as the days David Gibson asked us to write years, to raise three children, day, “I remember what slip by too quickly. We know “a a column titled “Your Aging Par- now in their 30s, and enjoy the Oyou said.” Uh-oh. Of all year at most” can mean much ent.” That led to two books and company of two grandchildren. the things we’ve said over so less than 12 months. We know the founding of the Friends of We thank you so much for many years, what did she remem- 38 years of a truly happy and St. John the Caregiver. For two your concern and your prayers. ber? 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Look for back issues of Is it right to tell someone are, “Wash me, O Lord, from my The Catholic Commentator that you will pray for them iniquity and cleanse me from Qwhen, in fact, you will never my sin.” That symbolism is more at mention them by name when you clearly conveyed, I would submit, pray? I am a eucharistic minister at by the server’s pouring water from thecatholiccommentator.org. a local hospital, and when I visit pa- a pitcher over the priest’s hands tients and promise to pray for them, and into a basin than by squirting a I make a mental note of their names few drops of sanitizer. and pray for them immediately as I The sanitizer may be put to a leave the hospital. If all you are go- different use. In our church, the Shane T. 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Ph. 225-343-4715, FAX 225-343-4726 A ideal, I believe, is to mention particular individuals [email protected] by name when you pray because when you picture Lately, a fair number of clergy from other re- those persons in your mind, it is as though you are ligious denominations who have converted carrying them before God in their need. I think it Qto Catholicism have been permitted to be- Catholic Charismatic Renewal also deepens our compassion when we reflect even come Roman Catholic priests and retain their mari- Diocese of Baton Rouge briefly on someone else’s travails. tal status. This raises for me the following question: There are, though, plenty of people who include If the Catholic Church is allowing this, why not in a general way all those for whom they have change the celibacy requirement and permit all Annual Day of Renewal promised that day to pray. At our church’s weekend Catholic priests to marry? I’m wondering, first, Saturday, August 18 Masses, I have on occasion included in the prayer what the rationale is for the rule of celibacy and of the faithful a petition that says: “For all who second, how Catholic priests ordained as celibates 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. have asked our prayers, for those for whom we have feel about this new permission. (Columbia, Mo.) Our Lady of Mercy Activity Center promised to pray and for people most in need of prayer, we pray to the Lord.” In 1980, Pope John Paul II issued a “pastoral (Corner of Marquette and Government Streets) provision” that said Protestant and Anglican When my husband and I attend Mass as Aclergymen who wished to become Catholic Featured Speaker: Anne Trufant we travel, we notice some interesting and priests could do so and remain married. Since then, Catholic Evangelist, Musician and Qvaried practices. At one church in the about 100 men in the United States have been or- Director of Youth Camps in North Carolina Diocese of Phoenix, the words to the congrega- dained as Roman Catholic priests, according to this tional hymns were projected onto the wall behind provision. Praise and Worship the altar; at another church in that same diocese, Many Catholics do not know that the Roman Eucharistic Healing Service and Benediction video monitors were placed toward the rear of Catholic Church had married priests up until the the church to help those who did not have a clear First Lateran Council in 1123, when celibacy became No registration fee is required. Lunch will be provided. view of the altar. Both of those accommodations the rule for Latin-rite Catholic priests. 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Your question as to how Catholic priests ordained as celibates feel about this provision is a good one, If the only purpose of the lavabo rite (from and I can only answer it anecdotally from random the Latin for “I will wash”) were to clean the conversations I’ve had with priests. Some, I suppose, A priest’s fingers, perhaps you could argue for do harbor a bit of envy that those newly ordained as the hand sanitizer. In fact, though, this ritual has a Catholic clergy under this provision can continue to far deeper significance. enjoy family life with a wife and children, a choice It may be true, as some liturgical historians that was not open to us when we were ordained. think, that the ritual grew from the practical neces- For the most part, Catholic priests seem grate- sity of cleaning the priest’s hands after the congre- ful that they will be helped in their ministry by this gation had brought forward fresh-baked loaves of new pool of clergy. What bothers a fair number of bread and vessels of wine. But the real significance longtime priests is that there are several thousand in the contemporary church is to show the purity of men in the United States who left the Catholic priest- heart needed by the priest — and the people, too — hood to marry and whose talents and background as they approach the transcendent sacrifice of the would render them equally suitable for ministry or Eucharist. more so. Visit our The General Instruction of the Roman Missal showroom at says, “Then the priest washes his hands at the side FATHER DOYLE is chancellor for public information 6032 Crestmount Dr. of the altar, a rite in which the desire for interior and a pastor in the Diocese of Albany, N.Y. Ques- Baton Rouge, LA purification finds expression.” tions may be sent to him at askfatherdoyle@gmail. The words of the priest as he washes his hands com and 40 Hopewell St., Albany, NY 12208. August 8, 2012 SPIRITUALITY The Catholic Commentator 7 Young adults find stability in their busy lives through Charis Ministries

By Debbie Shelley upcoming retreat will focus on Rouge, finding time to attend Assistant Editor the sacraments, the history of Charis retreats is worth the ef- the Catholic faith and the jour- fort. “We’re so busy, we keep Many Catholic young adults ney of faith. rolling on and anxiety can take have frenetic, transient sched- Manning said the retreats over our minds,” Womack said. ules as they attempt to finish are based on Ignatian Spiritu- He said attending the Cha- college, establish careers or ality and allow young Catholics ris retreat at St. George allowed form families, but they say they to gather and pray, share their him to “give everything to God” want permanence in their lives. faith and fellowship and receive and to admit he couldn’t handle Charis Ministries provide them spiritual direction. Retreat at- things on his own. with an opportunity for fellow- tendees experience a renewal of Womack said he understands ship with their peers, reflection faith that allows them to serve many young Catholics may and to refresh themselves by re- and evangelize in the church think they have no time for a connecting with God. and community. Young Catholic adults gather at a 2011 Charis retreat at St. Thomas More retreat, but by going to one they Charis will sponsor a retreat, Kacie Fuselier, who attends Church in Baton Rouge. Photo provided by Kacie Fuselier are ministered to and are more “Choosing to be Catholic,” on Our Lady of Mercy Church in able to minister to others. He Saturday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Baton Rouge and another core said. The retreats allow partici- parishes in this diocese, which said the Charis retreats are typi- at Ursula Hall at Most Blessed team member of Charis, said pants to pray together and re- reinforces the church’s message cally local, inexpensive, one-day Sacrament Church, 8033 Bar- when she attended her first Cha- flect on the “big questions” con- that young adults are loved and long and challenging. inger Road, Baton Rouge. ris Retreat in 2010 at St. George cerning their life, said Fuselier. have a place in it. Young adults can get caught Alyse Manning, 28, a mem- Church in Baton Rouge, the The marketing manager at “It’s an opportunity for them up in temporary things, such ber of St. Jude Church in Baton sense of community she experi- St. Joseph’s Academy, Fuse- to say, ‘We value you and you are as moving into a new house or Rouge and a core team member enced drew her into Charis. lier said although many young a part of our community,’ ” Fa- apartment, working, eating out, of Charis Ministries since its “I was at a place in my life adults heavily use technology ther Alello said. dating, attending LSU games or beginning in Baton Rouge in where I was searching for an and social media and some- He added any retreat or reading the latest books. Charis 2006, said Charis calls young adult faith,” Fuselier said. She times try to use it to fill voids in church parish sacramental retreats, he said, have a positive Catholics to commune. explained young Catholics have their lives, the connections they class, ministry or social event is impact that is permanent. “Young adults are looking for often been confirmed but want make with their peers and God an opportunity for Catholics to “We are good at rendering community, especially in a col- to learn more about their faith at the retreats help fill that emp- return to or renew their faith. unto Ceasear what is Ceasar’s, lege town,” Manning said. With and know they belong in the tiness. To experience a true renewal, but how good are we at ren- changes in the church, such as church. Father Michael Alello, pas- young adults must take time for dering unto God what is his?” the introduction of the New Ro- Fuselier stated she learned tor of St. Philomena Church God and their faith, stated Fa- Womack asked. man Missal, young Catholics Charis members face the same in Labadieville, who has also ther Alello. For information or to register want to learn more about the issues she does. “We’re trying been involved in Charis since it According to MacDougall for the retreat contact Manning roots of their faith and be in- to figure out what the rest of our came to Baton Rouge, said Cha- Womack, youth director at at [email protected] or volved in the community. The lives are going to look like,” she ris retreats are held at church St. Aloysius Church in Baton visit charisministries.org. Organizing a birthday party for a heavenly queen

he Blessed Virgin Mary, our divine savior who has come birthday party for Mary. The idea to honor and show respect to according to the church’s to set us free from the sting of met with great support. Mary. After Mass, we will cut Tcalendar, was born Sept. 8. death and to open the kingdom of The group consulted with Le- birthday cake and have gifts, She became the mother of Jesus heaven to all who come to him. gion of Mary chapters through- contests and prizes for children. Christ, who is the King of Glory I have been obsessed with out the diocese. Our bishop, If you have a special devotion and the eternal Son of the Father. the idea of co-celebrating Mary’s Arthur J. Serratelli of Paterson, to Mary and would like to join in Even before the world knew of birthday, along with those in N.J., is a great supporter of the the fun, why not create your own her existence, she was the mother heaven. I hope one day we will Legion of Mary, and he happily event? Maybe one day we can of the church. The cherubim and see a stadium like New York’s agreed. The pastor of St. Paul’s build the momentum and fill a the seraphim praised her. Today, Yankee Stadium filled with happy Church Parish in Prospect Park, big stadium to wish our Blessed the glorious company of apostles birthday well-wishers, offering N.J., Monsignor Edward J. Mother a happy birthday. praises her, the noble fellowship hymns of gratitude to Mary. Unit- Kurtyka, welcomed us with open of prophets praises her and the ed with our deceased parents and arms. FATHER CATOIR is chaplain of an white-robed army of martyrs grandparents, and our friends As a result, on Sept. 8, heaven, emergency assistance program praises her. Throughout the Spirituality and relatives in heaven we can and a little corner of the Catholic and writes on spirituality for world, the holy church acclaims join the party here and now. Church in New Jersey will unite Catholic News Service. her as our spiritual mother. For Today We honor Mary as Jesus does. What must her birthday be We do not worship her. We honor like in heaven? Certainly it is cel- Father John Catoir her because Jesus wants us to ebrated every year in a glorious honor her. We are his mystical way. I wonder how? If it is pos- showed our affection and grati- body on earth. We can express sible to make an analogy with an tude to our queen in heaven? our love for her any way we earthly queen, surely the recent No doubt Mary’s birthday is please. I decided to take action. celebration of Queen Elizabeth lavishly celebrated each year in I went to my local diocesan II’s 60th anniversary on the heaven. They honor her birthday Legion of Mary chapter for throne serves as a model. because Jesus Christ wants her help. They had been planning to A heavenly celebration must to be honored. As a man, he is make a pilgrimage to a Marian be much more magnificent. What bone of her bone, blood of her shrine, and I persuaded them to if we, as members of the church, blood. As God incarnate, he is reconsider by having a diocesan 8 The Catholic Commentator August 8, 2012 Can you be a Catholic and a patriot?

This edition of Viewpoints looks at the question: Can faithful. Liz Quirin, says we are simply both, holding the you be a Catholic and a patriot? Tom Sheridan, says that flag in one hand and the rosary in the other. when we challenge injustice, we are both patriotic and Copyright Catholic News Service/USCCB

Three cheers for the red, white and blue! Really?

ive a Catholic an American flag and chances are to a nation’s faults, faults that can thwart the king- it’ll get waved high. dom of God. Catholics must not forget that faith – and G For American Catholics, patriotism has long patriotism – challenge them to remember their role in had a faith connection. This strong thread of national- bringing the kingdom of God to the here and now. Sim- ism honors the country that has given generations of ply waving the flag isn’t enough. Catholics – most of them blue-collar immigrants – an But would the U.S. flag fly over the kingdom of God? opportunity, a dream and a future. Perhaps. It’s not just “God Bless America,” you know. That’s why Catholics are flag-wavers: the stars and Many nations believe they are favored by God. The dif- stripes in churches, Holy Name parades and front-yard ference may be that our nation’s traditional goals reflect Marian mini-grottos. Patriotic songs make us – and me the same hope as the Gospel. – a little teary. Much like patriotism, the Gospel is subversive Nor have Catholics shied from serving – and dying because it is stitched together with the golden thread for – their country. The cliche of the Irish cop and the of hope ... hope for a better world, hope for a better life, Irish politician are, after all, rooted in truth. And Adm. hope for a connection with the source of all things, God. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told Which, when you think about it, is what America was Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan that about 40 percent of founded on. U.S. Marines are Catholic, much higher than demo- graphics would suggest. TOM SHERIDAN is a former editor of the Catholic New Our American summer is framed by patriotism. World, newspaper of the Archdiocese of Chicago and a An American flag flies outside Our Lady Queen of Mar- Bookended by Memorial Day and Labor Day, summer is deacon ordained for the Diocese of Joliet, Ill. He writes tyrs Church in Centerport, N.Y. CNS Photo by Gregory A. Shemitz | centered with the flash-boom of July Fourth fireworks, from Ocala, Fla. Long Island Catholic and often shared with church picnics. But patriotism sometimes creates conflicts. The nation that inspired American Catholic patrio- tism today finds itself at odds with some of faith’s core We hold the flag in one hand and the rosary in the other teachings. Yes, there’s legal abortion and the current challenge to religious liberty over contraception in an you be a Catholic and a patriot? What a injuries they suffered while serving their country. which dozens of Catholic institutions have sued the fed- question. That’s an either/or question and way Reports vary about the numbers of veterans suf- eral government. But more than that, public policy and Coversimplified to receive a “yes” or “no” answer. fering from post-traumatic stress disorder, from a low faith also clash over other goals of the church’s social In fact, if you think it is one or the other, I suggest you of 11 percent to as high as 30 percent. Another report, justice efforts. revisit the question. Nothing in life is that simple, es- even more chilling, says that as many as 18 veterans While the federal deficit must be fixed long-term, pecially not when we live in a country that stringently may commit suicide every day. U.S. bishops also warn that the government must not defends the separation of church and state. While we might strongly disagree with our coun- abandon the poor and vulnerable, as some propose. Re- However, like every other complicated group of try’s wartime decisions, as a people of faith, we can’t cently professors from Georgetown University in Wash- issues, layer on layer of opinion from both the church ignore what’s happened to our military people. We ington chided Catholic Rep. Paul Ryan, maintaining and the state unbelievably complicates the question. should stand together with them as they cope with that his budget plan reflected the anti-faith philosophy Think of it like political advertising, to some extent. If their new lives, ones that we would never have chosen of Ayn Rand “rather than the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” you believe what you see/hear in political advertising, for them or for ourselves. Likewise, the church’s efforts to achieve a just and “Houston, we have a bigger problem than I thought.” Can we be Catholic and patriotic? We have no equitable immigration reform, ending poverty, its chal- When I was going through a box not too long ago, choice. lenges to capital punishment and criticism of expanding I found a small black, soft-covered booklet. It was a As Catholics we must speak out in support of our war place it squarely against mainstream American prayer book my dad carried with him when he was in veterans who continue to battle the damage of war, policies. the Navy in World War II. It was so small. even as they move back into their neighborhoods and As a result, patriotism isn’t quite as tidy as it once Here he was, a man who had signed on to defend his return to their churches at home. was and the Star Spangled Banner sounds slightly off- country, and yet his Catholic identity meant so much As Americans, we must move heaven and earth, if key to many Catholics. to him that he carried a prayer book in his pocket as he necessary, to make sure these newest veterans have One of the mandates of faith is to build the king- shipped out to sea. whatever support they need to put the pieces back dom of God on earth. That’s the motivation behind the How many of the young men and women in the together to continue their personal journeys with their church’s social gospel: seeking justice for all, which just service today have a rosary or a prayer book with them families and with their faith. happens to be a mandate of American patriotism as in Iraq or Afghanistan? Probably more than we know. Being informed about all of the issues we face as well. Our faith is more than pages in a book or beads on a Catholics and Americans is one responsibility we can Does the unprecedented legal action against the rosary, but those are signs of how important it is for us handle. federal government and other negatives mean Catholics to stay in close touch – literally – with our faith. We are Catholic and we are American. Our ethical shouldn’t be flag-wavers? Or somehow be less patriotic? What’s in a pocket may provide an anchor to hold a and moral duty is clear even if the issues and the lay- Or ban the red, white and blue from the church vesti- veteran fast to reality, to a family and to a faith as he ers of opinion and explanation sometimes seem to be bule? and she return to American soil. However, that doesn’t anything but clear. Our decisions about our lives and Hardly. Rather, it’s a good reminder that patriotism, discount the numbers of men and women who return our country are informed by our faith. like the Gospel, must always seek to right wrongs. Pro- home with lives shattered by their experiences of war If we can use that as our beacon, we don’t have to be test is a vital part of why and how we can be patriotic. that may have forever changed their views about real- a Catholic or a patriot. We are simply both, holding the When we challenge injustice – the civil rights movement ity, about family and about faith. flag in one hand and the rosary in the other. and anti-war efforts leap to mind – we are both patriotic They desperately need the emotional support of and faithful. their families, their church and the military that sent LIZ QUIRIN is editor of The Messenger, newspaper of the Excessive patriotism, however, can blind adherents them to war because of both physical and emotional Diocese of Belleville, Ill. August 8, 2012 The Catholic Commentator 9 Vatican Observatory director says Curiosity will expand human knowledge

By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service

VATICAN CITY – Jesuit Fa- ther Jose Funes is pleased with the successful landing of the Curiosity rover on Mars, and he thinks “everybody should be happy with the success.” The Argentine Jesuit, direc- tor of the Vatican Observatory, SEMINARIANS VISIT – During their summer break, some dioce- said the rover’s mission is im- san seminarians visited diocesan departments at the Catholic portant: “to see if we can learn Life Center to gain a better understanding of the various minis- a bit more about Mars and the tries of this local church. From left, Matthew Graham, Reuben possibility of organic elements Dykes and Tim Grimes talk with Laura Deavers, editor of The on the surface of Mars,” which Richard Cook, Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover deputy project Catholic Commentator, and Barbara Chenevert, The Catholic would indicate that some living manager, and Pete Theisinger, project manager, congratulate their Commentator staff writer, about the diocesan newspaper. Photo by organism had lived or could live team members after a successful rover landing, during a news confer- Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator on the planet. ence at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab in Pasadena, Calif., Aug. 5. The Mars The Curiosity landed on Mars science rover Curiosity landed on the Martian surface to begin a two- Aug. 5 and is set to explore the year mission seeking evidence the Red Planet once hosted ingredi- planet for two years. ents for life, NASA said. CNS photo by Fred Prouser | Reuters Father Funes told Vatican Radio Aug. 6 that he thinks the not. We are not afraid of science. the Christian idea of redemp- rover is perfectly named because “The reason why the Catho- tion, Father Funes cited the Gos- curiosity is “a driving force to lic Church has an observatory is pel parable of the shepherd who do science, to do research. Hu- because we are not afraid of the left his 99 sheep to search for the man beings basically are curious truth, whatever the truth might one that was lost. and we want to know how many be,” he said. “We who belong to the hu- things in the universe work: In a 2008 interview with man race could really be that what is the logic, what are the L’Osservatore Romano, the Vati- lost sheep, the sinners who need laws in the universe.” can newspaper, Father Funes a pastor,” he said in the 2008 in- In addition, he said, human spoke about the search for life on terview. beings want to know if life forms other planets and what it could “God became man in Jesus in exist anywhere else besides mean from the point of view of order to save us. So if there are http://www.bumbabella.com Earth. 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Photo provided by Isabella Poland | St. Isidore Church in the next issue of The Catholic Commentator! 10 The Catholic Commentator August 8, 2012 Survey: Majority of Catholics share bishops’ religious liberty concerns Religious Liberty Topic How much Catholics say they have heard about the WASHINGTON (CNS) — A majority of bishops’ concerns on this issue, 56 percent bishops protesting government policies that they Catholics say they share the U.S. bishops’ agree with the bishops and 36 percent dis- believe restrict religious liberty. concerns about the federal contraceptive agree. In the American population at large, mandate and other government restric- 41 percent agree with the bishops and 47 tions on religious liberty, and the percent- percent disagree. age of Catholics who say they are satisfied Although the survey showed that most HEARD A LOT 22% with the bishops’ leadership has increased Catholics aware of the bishops’ concerns HEARD NOTHING/ sharply in the past 10 years. also agree with them, about half (51 percent) 36% DON’T KNOW Catholics who attend Mass more fre- of Catholic voters said President Barack quently are more likely to agree with the Obama best reflects their views on social bishops’ concerns on social issues, and issues such as abortion and same-sex mar- HEARD A LITTLE 42% those who attend less frequently show less riage, while 34 percent said the presumptive support for their views on issues such as Republican nominee Mitt Romney best re- abortion and same-sex marriage. flects their views on these issues. Those opinions, made public Aug. 1, were The survey results also gave high marks among the results in a new survey conduct- to Catholic leadership. Eighty-three per- ed by the Pew Research Center’s Forum on cent of Catholics expressed satisfaction Of those who have heard a lot or a little... Religion & Public Life and the Pew Research with women religious; 82 percent, with Center for the People & the Press. their own parish priests, 74 percent, with 56% agree with the bishops’ concerns The survey showed that 64 percent of their diocesan bishop and the pope; and 70 36% do not agree with the bishops’ concerns Catholics have heard about the bishops’ ob- percent, with U.S. bishops in general — a jections to the Department of Health and significantly higher figure than a decade Human Services’ contraceptive mandate. ago when the satisfaction rate for bishops Based on telephone interviews June 28-July 9, 2012, among a national sample of 2,973 adults. 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Number of Diocesan Directories Ordered of religious liberty.” Those who have es- The plan is “grassroots” because it de- Name tablished the America Code Blue website pends on small teams of citizens getting are stepping up as lay faithful to fulfill this the letters out to their churches, clubs, civ- Address request. “The Blue Envelope Campaign an- ic groups or social connections; obtaining City swers the bishops call. It’s timely, effective the signed letters; then sending the letters and simple to implement,” according to the in blue envelopes to the elected representa- State Zip website. tives of those who have signed the letters. Phone with area code The organizers state they are “dedicated The group’s website is americacodeblue. women of faith” who love their church, com. August 8, 2012 The Catholic Commentator 11 ST. JULES: Family and faith are part of the culture

FROM PAGE 1 1953 until 1970. The priests who followed during school hours in the classrooms of him as pastor are Father Edwin Gubler, their public school. The Catholic school Father Bayhi, Father Chito Palang, Father closed in 1932. Jason Labbé and current pastor, Father In 1934, St. Jules church records indicate Andrew Merrick. that the church parish had no debt, which Education in the Catholic faith was im- was attributed to the church fairs held each portant to the priests who served St. Jules year. The money raised at the annual fair and St. Martin as well as for the parents was used to support the church parish in of the children growing up in that church much the same way that the “Allons Man- parish. Rosa Blanchard, who will be 100 ger” fair, which has been held for the past years old on Sept. 4, taught religion to the two decades, supports the church today. children of St. Jules and St. Martin for 37 Allons Manger provides a taste of the lo- years. She had learned about her faith from cal culture and food. The generous hospi- the Daughters of Charity who taught her at tality of the people is reflected in their food Ascension Catholic School. and the way they welcome all people into But Miss Rosa, as she is known in that St. Martin Chapel in Belle Rose has been a mission of St. Jules Church since 1911. The Catholic area, will tell you that she was the only one Commentator file photo of her siblings who did not go to college. She said when she finished high school she had are so intertwined and so visible there.” church community. What the Lord provides had enough of school and wanted to get on He continued, “The success of the sugar as a good crop is returned in some way to with her life. cane crop is reflected in the success of the the church in gratitude and thanks.” In addition to being a catechist, Miss Rosa, who was married for over 50 years and who has three children, helped the priests who served at her church as well as her fellow parishioners. She knew so much about the church, its people and the area because she had been there since the estab- lishment of the church parish. “Call Miss Rosa,” was commonly heard ST. JOSEPH SPIRITUALITY CENTER from the religious sisters or the clergy, said A Ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph Blanchard. Program 2012-2013, beginning in August Miss Rosa talks of going to Mass and sitting in the same pew each Sunday with Dianne Hanley her large family. She was the ninth child. In those early days, families paid a fee for Executive Director their pew. The pews in the center of church Sr. Cynthia Sabathier, CSJ Sr. Lucy Silvio, CSJ were $12 per year and the ones on the side Associate Directors were $8. The first St. Jules Church was located in Va- “ ‘Life is what you make’ it is what God GUEST PROGRAMS: has told me,” said Miss Rosa. She has made lenzuela/Belle Alliance on the east side of Fr. Matt Linn, SJ Bayou Lafourche. File photo a lot of her life living with her large family, the people of Belle Rose and especially the Healing the Greatest Hurt their community. people who worked for her father, who was Healing the Purpose of Your Life Father Marion Jorda, who was pastor a sugar cane farmer. Fr. Donald Blanchard from 1937 to 1946, realized the population In 2000, St. Jules and St. Elizabeth Advent Retreat: Jesus, Luke, You and Me shift of the parishioners to the west bank church parishes were clustered. and the difficulty people experienced in The people of St. Jules and St. Martin Fr. Mark Thibodeaux, SJ getting to church because of the bayou. The are mostly descendants of the Acadians Learn to Discern…God’s Voice Within majority of the people had to cross the ferry who came to south Louisiana in the 1800s, to get to church, and during periods of high though, church records list several Italian STAFF PROGRAMS: water they could not get there. Father Jor- and African-American families living in Sr. Cynthia Sabathier, CSJ da started the idea of moving the church the area. across the bayou. The culture and heritage of the St. Jules The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life Father Wilfred Knobloch, who was pas- parishioners are most identifiable with Peer Supervision Group Sessions (For Trained Spiritual Directors) tor from 1946 to 1950, began raising funds their faith and families, said Father Matt Sr. Lucy Silvio, CSJ for the new church. He was followed by Dupré, diocesan director of vocations, who A Lenten Retreat: Praying with the Cross of Our Lives: Father James Cunningham, who was pas- is at least the third generation of Duprés to Suffering, Death, Transformation tor from 1950 to 1953. Father Cunningham belong to St. Jules. built the new church in 1952 on the west “It is so community oriented. Every body side of Bayou Lafourche, a quarter mile up- knows everyone else,” said Father Dupré. INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL DIRECTION stream from Belle Rose. He grew up three doors away from the By appointment The stained glass windows, pews and church and was often an altar server at Sisters Kathleen Babin, Cynthia Sabathier, Lucy Silvio bell that had been in the church in Valenzu- Mass. ela/Belle Alliance were installed in the new Father Dupré sees a strong connection church, which was bigger and had space for between the sugar cane fields that sur- For a brochure of the 2012-2013 programs contact: 450 people. In 1985 the church was remod- round the church and line both sides of ST. JOSEPH SPIRITUALITY CENTER eled, through the direction of the pastor Highway 1, extending as far as the eye can 2980 Kleinert Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Father Jeff Bayhi. see. “God’s providence is able to be seen Phone: 225 383-3349 Fax: 225-336-4874 Father William Hewson succeeded Fa- through the bounty of the land and the Email: [email protected] Website: www.stjocenter.org ther Cunningham and was pastor from bounty of sacraments at church. The two 12 The Catholic Commentator YOUTH August 8, 2012 Youth experience life as they live in need at service camp

By Debbie Shelley erty and helped the needy. The Assistant Editor youth served at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, and ate there Thirty teens in the youth because most of them had little groups at St. Mary of False Riv- or no money, helped at Open Air er Church, New Roads and St. Ministry and Manna Givers and Isidore Church in Baker and other refurbished housing units for areas of the Diocese of Baton immigrants placed by Catholic Rouge lived as the less fortunate Charities of the Diocese of Baton to identify with them and grap- Rouge. They also visited Louisi- pled with social justice issues dur- ana State Penitentiary where they ing “Real World Service Camp” listened to prisoners talk about and “The Change,” July 24-28. the issues they face. According to Emily Froeba, Kedreyon Williams, 17, a first- who introduced “Real World” time “Real World” participant and “The Change” to this diocese, and a member of St. Augustine “Real World” is an immersion ex- Church in New Roads and St. perience which challenges youth Mary Youth Group, said, “This to get out of their comfort zone camp lets you find out how the so they can see the deep needs people on the street live. We’re within society. The youth first living just like them.” learn about service through “Real He added, “I feel so grateful World.” After a few summers to have a roof over my head and “Real World” veterans learn how water and electricity. I also realize to address social justice issues that a person’s life can change on Youth from St. Isidore Church in Baker and St. Mary of False River Church in New Roads make sandwiches through “The Change.” any day.” that were served at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room during a service camp for “Real World” and “The The youth were given “life According to Williams, “Real Change.” Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator conditions” such as being un- World” taught him to not judge employed or living on meager other people. “I learned not to leans. He said the adults were Like the youth participating in no money,” Shelton said. salaries then given situations look at a person at how they are excited to have people visit them “Real World,” Shelton lived as the She added, “For these people that required most or all of their on the outside, but by what they and were upbeat. “There were so impoverished do. She was given it’s their real life situation, and money. The youth took showers are on the inside.” many happy people,” stated Wil- the status of an unemployed, there’s no escaping from it.” wearing bathing suits using only One of William’s most eye- liams. single mother of three children. In order to get to the St. Vin- a bucket of water, prayed at an opening and favorite experiences He said he looks forward to On the day she visited the St. Vin- cent de Paul Dining Room, Shel- abortion clinic, listened to people was working with disabled adults going on to participate in “The cent de Paul Dining Room, she ton had to pay to ride the bus. who directly serve those in pov- at Magnolia School in New Or- Change.” was further given the challenge of She was able to take the bus, Rachel Shelton, a member of which was provided by St. Isidore Most Blessed Sacrament Church “This camp lets you Church, through assistance from in Baton Rouge and a senior at her fellow “Real World” and “The St. Michael High School, partici- find out how the Change” participants. pated in “The Change” and spent A positive aspect of “The her time studying issues that im- people on the street Change” for Shelton was experi- migrants and refugees face when encing solidarity with the youth. coming to this country. She shad- live. We’re living just She said in order to survive, the owed Kristi Hackney, director of youth pooled their resources and migration and refugee services like them.” helped each other. for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, Froeba, who is youth minister and attended meetings on refugee Kedreyon Williams at St. Mary and who developed services and policies. Participant in “Real World Service Camp” “Real World” and “The Change,” Shelton said she appreciates said the programs invite youth to how hard it is for people to mi- having a sick child with the worry see where God is calling them to grate to this country, and the bar- of how to pay for the child’s medi- serve and then to work for a deep- In order to experience what it means to be homeless, youth from St. riers they face once they arrive, cal bills. er change in society. Mary of False River in New Roads and St. Isidore Church in Baker slept such as dealing with different cul- “It’s very frustrating and “It’s not just about laws and outside on cardboard boxes during a social justice immersion camp tures, overcoming difficulties in hard. You start out with basically what needs to change, but how for youth participating in the “Real World Service Camp” and “The communicating with others and enough money, and then you’re to help people have better lives,” Change.” Luke Peebles sleeps on his box. Photo provided by Emily Froeba navigating the legal system. hit with something, and you have Froeba said.

Sicard learns about United Nations’ Millenium development goals at Girls’ World Forum

St. Joseph’s Academy sophomore Sarah United Nations’ Millennium Development ference. I would also like to create a way at the forum was International Night,” Sicard Sicard spent July 11-17 at the international goals: eradicating poverty, gender equity St. Joseph’s to explain what poverty is re- said. “Girls from each country or region, if Girls’ World Forum, hosted by Girl Scouts and environmental sustainability. ally about. We are so sheltered, and it was you were from the United States, dressed of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana “There were so many things discussed extremely moving to hear about girls be- in their native costumes, and some even at the Chicago Marriott Hotel. I do not normally hear in my community ing sold into slavery or married off at age performed native dances. It was beautiful The forum was the third in a series of and that I would like to spread to others,” 12 from girls my own age who have had to see their native costumes, and I was able international events celebrating the 100th Sicard said. “I plan to gather together the friends affected by this.” to participate in a few of the native dances anniversary of Girl Guiding and Girl Scout- Girl Scouts in my council and show them Sicard said she enjoyed the internation- and even received a (temporary) henna tat- ing. The event addressed three of the we have people in the world making a dif- al scope of the event. “My favorite part of too from some Indian girls.” August 8, 2012 YOUTH The Catholic Commentator 13 St. Jude team receives honors at UCA Cheer Camp

graders: Annie Rose Lorio, cap- spirit and enthusiasm. tain; Allie Deranger and Sarah Additionally, the team won the Francioni, co-captains; and Elise prestigious Leadership Award on Bordlee. the final day of competition. This The Cougar squad also won award is voted on by all cheer- the UCA team spirit stick daily, leaders attending the camp, and and received the “Team Top Ba- is given to the team showing ex- nana Award” given daily to the ceptional character and leader- team which showed the most ship qualities.

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blend of comedy and science fiction found- past identity as a secret agent. Stunned by Motion Picture Association of America ers under an endless stream of juvenile sex the revelation — which instantly makes ratings: MOVIE jokes. Brief but gruesome violence and an him a wanted man — and thrown further G – General audiences; all ages admitted orgy scene played for laughs sink it still fur- off balance when his seemingly loyal wife REVIEWS PG – Parental guidance suggested; some material may not be suitable for children ther. Demeaning view of human sexuality, (Kate Beckinsale) turns against him, he USCCB Office for Film & Broadcasting PG-13 – Parents are strongly cautioned including the frivolous treatment of aber- goes on the lam, eventually joining forces classifications: to give special guidance for attendance rant sex acts with gratuitous nudity, fleeting with the envoy (Jessica Biel) of a guerrilla A-I – General patronage of children under 13; some material may but horrific gore, about a dozen uses of pro- resistance group. Director Len Wiseman A-II – Adults and adolescents be inappropriate for young children fanity, pervasive rough and crude language. has sanitized Paul Verhoeven’s extremely A-III – Adults R – Restricted; under 17 requires accom- O; R violent 1990 action thriller, itself an adap- A-IV – Adults, with reservations panying parent or adult guardian tation of Philip K. Dick’s 1966 short story L – Limited adult audience NC-17 – No one under 17 admitted Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days “We Can Remember It for You Wholesale.” O – Morally offensive (Fox 2000) Yet although toned-down, the new ver- This second sequel to 2010’s “Diary of a sion still contains more than its fair share Wimpy Kid” — based, like its predecessors, of objectionable content. Frequent action Step Up Revolution of phrase too salty for the youngsters who on author Jeff Kinney’s series of “novels in violence, including gunplay; upper female (Summit) would otherwise probably enjoy this outing cartoons” — provides a warm, kid-friendly and brief rear nudity; references to prosti- Top-notch choreography gets lost amid the most — dampen the fun still further. comic outing that emphasizes the virtue tution; occasional uses of profanity; at least half-baked political posturing and self-in- Much highly suggestive dancing, a single of honesty and the importance of familial one rough term; and pervasive crude lan- dulgent sentimentality in first-time director censored rough term, occasional crude and ties. Zachary Gordon once again plays the guage. L; PG-13 Scott Speer’s dance sequel. The hackneyed crass utterances. A-III; PG-13 awkward preteen protagonist who, in this plot of this fourth installment in the fran- installment, is out to thwart his dad’s (Steve To Rome With Love chise — which began with 2006’s “Step The Watch Zahn) plans to transform his housebound, (Sony Classics) Up” — focuses on a Miami urbanite (Ryan (Fox) video-game-playing summer vacation into Woody Allen writes, directs and stars Guzman) who, together with his best friend After the night watchman at the Costco a father-son bonding experience via a long in this picturesque but morally misguided since childhood (Misha Gabriel), leads a store he manages is mysteriously murdered, sequence of outdoor activities. His initially romp through the Eternal City, featuring dancing flash mob that’s on its way to fame an earnest suburbanite (Ben Stiller) forms honest schemes to evade this dread pros- a confusing quartet of stories about the and fortune. After he falls for an equally a ragtag team of neighborhood guardians pect gain the aid of his loyal best friend search for romance, happiness and — all too fleet-of-foot hoofer (Kathryn McCormick), (Vince Vaughn, Jonah Hill and Richard (Robert Capron). But when the two pals frequently — sin. A retired opera director they join the whole troupe in protesting Ayoade) to investigate. But the quartet of have a falling-out, and he turns to subter- (Allen) discovers a potential star in the per- her millionaire father’s (Peter Gallagher) bumbling sleuths gets more than they bar- fuge, his deceit leads to all manner of trou- son of an undertaker (Fabio Armiliato) who plans to redevelop local land and raze their gained for when clues begin to suggest that ble, thanks in part to his knuckleheaded only sings in the shower. A honeymoon cou- downscale neighborhood in the process. the culprits were other than human. Direc- older brother (Devon Bostick). Director Da- ple (Alessandra Mastronardi and Alessan- Risque routines — as well as a few turns tor Akiva Schaffer’s potentially interesting vid Bowers delivers a moving message amid dro Tiberi) face twin temptations: He at the the laughs, so that touches of vaguely crass hands of a sexy prostitute (Penelope Cruz), humor are easily overlooked in favor of the she at those of a sleazy movie star (Antonio generally amiable proceedings. Some mild Albanese). A famous architect (Alec Bald- scatological humor. A-I; PG win) takes on a protege (Jesse Eisenberg) who reminds him of himself in youth, and Total Recall coaches the lad in the art of seduction. An (Columbia) ordinary man (Roberto Benigni) becomes In a post-apocalyptic world divided be- a media sensation for no apparent reason, tween a rich region where people live in only to find his life turned upside down. luxury and an oppressed colony where the A benign view of adultery and nonmarital working classes dwell, an Everyman fac- sex, much sexual innuendo, some uses of tory drudge (Colin Farrell) discovers his profanity and of rough language. L; R

U.S. CATHOLIC GYMNAST – Jordyn Wieber of the U.S. performs her floor exercise during the women's gymnastics team final at the London 2012 Olympic Games July 31. Wieber and her family are members of St. Jude Parish in DeWitt, Mich., in the Diocese of Lansing. CNS photo by Brian Snyder | Reuters August 8, 2012 ENTERTAINMENT The Catholic Commentator 15

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moc.scilohtacrofsemagdrow.www fter Phillip Phillips sang those nearest to us. Yet, as I ACROSS 77 First name in cosmetics “Home” in his encore mentioned above, everyone is a 1 ___ Youth Day DOWN 6 First man 1 “…___ through the valley of Aperformance as this member of our “home.” 10 “Yeah, right!” the shadow of death” (Ps 23:4) year’s “American Idol” winner, I encourage you to talk with 14 Shed ___ 2 Native American all of the judges gave him a those in your youth group or 15 Biblical epic starring Burton 3 Sign on again and Mature (with “The”) 4 Endured standing ovation. Commenting school about focusing on an 16 Wife of a rajah 5 Feared greatly on his rendition, “American issue and trying to formulate a 17 Head pest 6 “He has shown might with his Idol” judge Steven Tyler said way to help. Could you organize 18 Flirtatious girl ___…” (Magnificat) 19 Actor, Nicholas ___ 7 Murder “by virtue of your vulnerabil- a fund raiser to purchase soc- 20 Stayed with 8 Son of Ner ity and style, you made the cer balls for teens in another 22 “And who is my ___?” (Lk 9 Our Lady of Guadalupe is world your home.” And, so, the country? Maybe your group 10:29) patroness of this country 21-year-old Georgian began his could use Facebook or Twitter 24 Prepare for publication 10 Diocese opening 26 Color TV pioneer 11 Swedish imports reign. to start a new contact with a 27 Pen 12 Bar Tyler’s words made me think church youth group in another 28 Scholar’s world 13 Intensely ardent about our responsibility to nation. 32 Latin for “to pray” 21 Measured On The Record 34 Catholic TV sitcom actor, 23 Clothes make the world a “home” for You may want to pick a Newhart 25 Dalai Lama’s homeland all of God’s family. We know Charlie Martin project, responding to one need 35 Negative cash flow 28 Fourth person that many suffer from a variety of children and teens through- 37 Holy Book 29 Catholic singer Perry ___ 41 Cyberzine 30 French protest cry of problems: inadequate and The song also mentions “de- out our world. Think big and 43 Relinquish 31 Target too expensive health care, mons, they fill you with fear.” creatively. Every response tells 45 Sound of a cat 33 Goal malnutrition, lack of economic We all have them. Dealing with others that they are not alone. 46 Not a winner 36 Along with Timothy, he was a opportunity, to name a few. fear begins by naming the par- This earth is our home. It 48 Kind of tot? disciple of Paul 50 Decease 38 Medieval English monk Given the extent of these ticular “demon.” Fear is worse is also a manifestation of the 51 Mon. in which All Saints’ Day 39 Grandmother of Timothy and other difficulties in the when a person feels alone. kingdom of God. When we is celebrated 40 Female sheep world, what can you do to help As a caring friend, support bring both of these realities 53 Unmusical 42 The flood is found here 55 Aves. 44 Male voice make the world a “home” for those dealing with fear. Listen together, then this “home” is 58 Liquid used in some sacra- 47 Large crucifix those who face discourage- intently and carefully. Do not filled with love. There will be ments 49 Free from confinement ment? dismiss their fears. Try to help “demons” of fear, but love is 60 Musical composition for one 52 The Blessed ___ Mary 61 Jesus said of them, “the king- 54 Not profits The song’s character offers the person see that he or she is much stronger. dom of God belongs to such 55 Rascal a positive suggestion: “Just not alone. as these” (Mk 10:14) 56 Number of Persons in God know that you are not alone.” If appropriate, talk with the MARTIN is an Indiana pastoral 64 Free from danger 57 Attack 68 Pertaining to Mars 59 Contract Caring for and supporting person about a plan to address counselor who reviews cur- 69 Scottish Celt 62 Bank transaction family, friends and those in this fear. Many times, what rent music for Catholic News 71 Son of Jacob 63 Monster loch our communities makes a big we think is a lion evolves into Service. 72 Prefix with watt 65 Converse difference. a kitten when we feel some- 73 “This ___ sudden!” 66 River in Africa 74 Sea mammals 67 Gaelic Take time to notice what is one else’s support and when Your comments are always 75 Hammerhead 70 Nephew of Abraham going on in the lives of others. we have a plan to deal with welcome. Please write to 76 Home in a tree Solution on page 18 Some people may not explicitly problems. [email protected] or at tell you about their difficulties. As modern disciples of 7125 West Country Road 200 Listen, not just to their words, Jesus, we first reach out to South, Rockport, IN 47635. Insurance Solutions! but to the feelings behind their David T. Didier, President statements. Gently ask if they Senior Financial Advisor are experiencing challenges. 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here’s an adage that says Each of us asks that question that an atheist is simply in our own way because what we reform has to happen Tsomeone who cannot want is a God who rescues us, grasp metaphor. Thomas Halik, who intervenes actively for jus- here is a public policy issue af- the Czech writer, would suggest tice and goodness in this world, fecting millions of people that rather that an atheist is someone who acts visibly now in this life, Tgoes by the name of health care who cannot be patient enough and who doesn’t let us get sick reform. I think it should be called with God. and die. None of us wants a God “health care finance reform” because There is a lot of truth in that. who asks us to live in a life-long it relates to ways we can curb or lower Patience with God is perhaps our patience, predicated on the expenditures for health care and how greatest faith-struggle. God, it promise that in the end, when- we can extend health care insurance would seem, is never in a hurry, ever that will be, love and justice to a much broader base, especially to and because of that we live with will prevail, all tears will be the poor and vulnerable. The Su- an impatience that can test the dried and all will finally be well. preme Court’s decision to uphold strongest faith and the stoutest In Exile We want life, love, justice and the constitutionality of the Patient heart. consummation now, not in some Protection and Affordable Care Act, Life, as we can all attest to, is Father Ron Rolheiser distant future and only after a announced June 28, bears directly on not without its bitter frustrations lifetime of heartache. God, as an this issue. Looking Around and crushing heartaches. We all live with a lot old Jewish axiom puts it, is never in a hurry! Whenever anyone mentions of pain and unresolved tensions. Who among And, so, we live with a lot of expressed and “health care reform,” I find myself Father William J. Byron SJ us doesn’t experience regularly the pain of unexpressed impatience with God. Atheists, it always thinking (and sometimes say- sickness, various would seem, at a certain ing), “No, it’s health care finance reform that is the issue,” not reform kinds of personal and point just give up on in general. No one wants to dismantle the whole system. It is how professional failure, If atheism is impatience, faith playing the game and, in we pay for care, how we purchase insurance to cover care, how we some kind of humili- essence, say the words: lower or control the costs of health care and how we come up with the ation, the inadequacy is patience. I’ve seen enough; I’ve money to care for the sick and poor that is up for discussion. Money is of self-expression, the waited enough; and it’s at the bottom of this public policy debate. soul-searing losses of loved ones, every kind not enough! I will no longer wait for God! But There are essentially three basic of frustrated longing and the nagging pain of if atheism is just another way of saying I will reactions that we humans have life’s inadequacy? In this life, there’s no such no longer wait for God, than the opposite is When we discuss to vexing societal problems: a thing as a clear-cut, pure joy; rather every- also true: Faith is just another way of saying: fatalism, reform or revolution. thing comes with shadow. We do in fact live I will wait for God. If atheism is impatience, health care, we seem Happily, the nation seems to be inside a certain valley of tears. faith is patience. shaking off the immobilizing We are built for happiness, but pure hap- The Italian spiritual writer, Carlo Car- not to realize that wraps of fatalism relative to do- piness never quite finds us. Neither, it would retto, after spending more than 20 years in ing something about health care. seem, does justice. Jesus promised that the solitude as a monk in the Sahara desert, was reform does not just No one appears to be seriously meek would inherit the earth, but mostly it asked what single thing he felt that he heard advocating revolutionary change. doesn’t seem that way. The arrogant among us God most say to him inside of the long, deep happen; we have to Although we talk reform when often believe that. There’s an infamous Ziggy silence. What, he was asked, do you hear God we discuss health care, we seem cartoon that shows him praying to God in these saying to the world? His answer: God is asking make it happen. not to realize that reform does words: “I just want to let you know that the us to wait, to be patient! not just happen; we have to make meek are still getting clobbered down here!” Why the need for such great patience? it happen. We also avoid precision in defining the problem by omitting Often that appears to be the case. So where Does God want to test us? Does God want to the specifics of finance. is God? Where is the truth in Jesus’ promise see if we indeed have a faith that is worthy There is an accompanying vocational problem that requires atten- about the meek inheriting the earth? In the of a great reward? No. God has no need to tion in the current health care debate. It is distressing to see medical face of long-standing global injustice we either play such a game, and neither do we. It’s not students opt for specialties such as cosmetic surgery and dermatology live in a long-suffering patience with God or that God wants to test our patience. The need instead of choosing primary care internal medicine or oncology. Der- we come to believe that neither God’s promises for patience arises out of the rhythms innate matology is important, but oncology represents a more urgent need. nor God’s existence hold true. within life itself and within love itself. They We also need more nurses and nurse practitioners, more physi- When Jesus was dying on the cross, some need to unfold, as do flowers and pregnancies, cians, more physical therapists; and we need them there in face-to- onlookers where taunting him and challeng- according to their own innate rhythms and face, one-on-one helping relationships with the seriously ill. We won’t ing his message with the words: “If you are the within their own good time. They cannot be get them unless we address the issue of the crushing student loan Son of God, let him rescue you!” In essence: rushed, no matter how great our impatience or burden that confronts high-minded young people. Some choose to go If God is real and your message is true, prove how great our discomfort. into high-paying subspecialties in medicine to earn the money that it right now! And God let Jesus die! The same And, neither can God be rushed, because it will enable them to pay off their student debt. Why can’t that debt be held true for Jesus himself in the face of the is his timetable that protects us from perpetu- reduced or eliminated in return for a commitment to primary care death of Lazarus. In essence, he was being ally stunting life and love by drawing them and oncological service? challenged: If you possess God’s power in this through the birth canal prematurely. The talented and generous young need encouragement to let their world and you love this man, why don’t you deep desire to help be the driver of their decision to dedicate their save him for dying? Jesus let Lazarus die! And OBLATE FATHER ROLHEISER, theologian, teacher and lives to medicine and nursing and not to make the choice primarily the first community of disciples, immediately award-winning author, is president of the Ob- for money or social status. after the Ascension, painfully struggled with late School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. Medicare and Medicaid are under attack in the political arena the same question: Jesus is God and he loves He can be contacted through his website when health care reform is discussed. Their survival, and indeed they us – so why does he let us die? ronrolheiser.com. will survive, will represent a triumph of common sense and regard for the common good. Revenue enhancement (a gentle way of saying higher taxes) is the inevitable price we’ll have to pay. But extending the reach of the healing hand is worth the cost. We’ve got to make it Read The Catholic Commentator online at happen.

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| LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Mission to the Catrachos in Honduras Catholics must properly form consciences he people of Honduras call hope of the future. More than 20 themselves “Catrachos.” years ago in the national capital, I have become alarmed by lics about formulating a proper TThose I asked could not Tegucigalpa, Franciscans realized two court cases against the conscience reflecting Catholic explain why. I guess the same that the public university system federal department of Health teachings on this prior to the would be true if persons from was in a shambles. They appealed and Human Services that were last election. As a result I be- out of state asked us Cajuns why to philanthropists in the Boston thrown out by the courts be- lieve a large number of Catho- we call ourselves some of the area, and with their help, started cause no proof of damages has lics voted with improperly for- names we do. In any language the Catholic University of Hondu- been shown. This is surprising mulated consciences with sad they are a very hospitable and ras. Today there are eight campus- because the cases deal with reli- results. wonderful people to work with es of that university in the various gious freedom rather than dam- I believe that instructions as missionaries. A week ago I areas of the country. Keeping ages. I believe the courts and about formulating a proper had the privilege of accompa- them afloat is quite a task, but it the government will conspire conscience in terms of Church nying 33 parishioners from St. is very gratifying to see the good against the Church to try to de- teachings should be reviewed John the Evangelist Church in that has been accomplished. lay any decision until after the in all church parishes prior to Prarieville on a nine-day mis- Another We had a great opportunity on election. the election. The consequence sion to Juticalpa, capital of the our first day there, Sunday, July In the last election there was of failure here will probably re- Department (state) of Olancho in Perspective 21, to celebrate Mass and spend much confusion among Catho- sult in a representative of the Honduras. The city has a popula- time with the founder and presi- lics about formulating a proper government preaching from the tion of only 60,000 and Olancho, Father John Carville dent of the Juticalpa campus, Fa- conscience. Many felt they could pulpit with our priests in a few although the largest department ther Richard Donahue, a 70-year- choose any candidate as long as short years. in Honduras, only 300,000. old priest from the Archdiocese their personal conscience said What a beautiful land of mountains and valleys of Boston. Padre Ricardo, as he is known, came it was proper. There was very Stanley Flory and shallow rock-bed rivers. One doesn’t have to Honduras to work in a church parish. About little guidance given to Catho- Baton Rouge, La. to travel to New Zealand or watch the movies in 10 years ago, when his time at the church was the Lord of the Rings series to see similar scen- complete, he was asked to establish the Uni- ery. Yet, Honduras is one of the poorest coun- versity of Honduras in Juticalpa. He explained Viewpoint in opposition to PSR text tries, second only to Haiti, in our hemisphere. that in a country where education often stops in Concerning Father John law and religious freedom at the Why does Honduras need missionary work? sixth grade, potential students were simply not Carville’s column, “The U.S. same time, is contrary to my be- The vast majority of the people are already prepared for college. He began the college with Constitution: Difficult to write, liefs and what I teach children Catholic. They are poor, but not starving, with the few that were, and also began a prepara- more difficult to use” in the July Also, many others and I view the exception of their dogs, and in other depart- tory high school and middle schools, grammar 11, 2012, issue of The Catholic them in the context of being ments, some cattle. In Olancho both people and schools and even kindergartens to prepare Commentator, the statement against the First Amendment cattle look healthy. As in other Latin countries, it students to move to the next level of educa- “moral plus for our nation” does to the U. S. Constitution. I think seems part of the culture not to feed dogs. They tion. And then, because the Catholic Church is not reflect the Catholic Church’s our country needs to be awak- have to scavenge for themselves. The result is a what it is, he founded the Nazareth School for teachings on moral sexuality. ened. We need our faith beliefs lot of stray dogs with every rib showing. Food handicapped children, and finally, “El Hogar As a parish school of religion to be solidified although they for people and pasture for cattle seem plentiful. (home) de Ninos,” an orphanage. We lived in (PSR) teacher in the Diocese of all are guaranteed in our rule of The economy is terrible, the “Casa de Voluntarios” Baton Rouge, I object to seeing law until the HHS mandate be- although full of micro Those permanent on property shared by the in print a Catholic priest defy came the law of our land. businesses often centered orphanage, which was the church’s teachings. I object Also, and finally, we need to around food. The most missionaries who have staffed by religious women, to the use of the words “moral be aware of laws broken by a common sign on a “tienda” the parish church of Santa plus for our nation” as defining desire to aid others. We are not or small store is “Pulperia,” worked in Honduras for Gertrudis, and a panaderia the Affordable Care Act that this happy when democracy is de- which literally means a (bakery), which was also administration has mandated clining, when our freedoms are pulp-shop or juice store. years all seem to have the run by the religious sisters. into law. The HHS mandate is being eroded by mandates such Without any capital, a Every day after Mass morally against the teachings as the HHS mandate, which hard-working Catracho same conviction that better and breakfast, we went by of the Catholic PSR within the guarantees moral decay and can go into the forest and school bus donated by a text, “Theology of the Body,” a fosters a culture of death, not a collect mangoes, coco- education is the hope church parish in Tennes- text based on teachings of Pope culture of life. nuts, bananas and sugar see to villages often more John Paul II. The HHS mandate Although Father Carville’s cane which seem to grow of the future. than an hour away to paint portion of the ACA is directly commentary viewpoint does wild, then make juice out schools and bring dona- opposed to sexual morality celebrate the anniversary of our of them and sell it. Save what money is made tions of clothes to the people. Two days were taught to our Catholic students. nation with positive “pie in the and invest in a few cases of soft-drinks, various spent at a middle school digging post-holes for a It is not morally right, but sky” idea, his encouragement of snacks, and the entrepreneur has a convenience fence to keep out stray dogs and building a long wrong, to force health care pro- freedoms is out of place when store in the making. But the pulperia’s humble concrete wall across the back of the property to viders, insurers and purchas- coupled with the HHS mandate. beginnings are not forgotten, and the name is keep it from flooding during the rainy season ers, with a mandate hidden not changed. from run-off of the nearby mountains. The within health care for all. This Dora Cooper While food and the Catholic faith are not women and girls handled the post-hole diggers, mandate, which defies moral Slaughter, La. lacking, education, clothing, housing, good shovels and wheelbarrows along with the men medical care and particularly employment op- and boys. portunities are. When he sent his apostles on It all passed too quickly, but the spirit of that their first missionary journey, Jesus told them, first Mass remained. In the church parish of San Letters to the Editor “From the gift you have received, give as a gift” Isidro, Juticalpa, some parishioners bring their Letters to the Editor should be typed and limited to 350 (Mt. 10:8). That’s what we were there for — to tambourines to church and from their places in words and should contain the name and address of the writer, share our common faith, and because of that the pews they play along with the band and the though the address will not be printed. We reserve the right faith, to give from our abundance so that others choir. Its a real “Ole! Liturgy.” to edit all letters. Send to: Letters to the Editor, The Catholic may have hope. Commentator, P. O. Box 14746, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-4746, Those permanent missionaries who have FATHER CARVILLE is a retired priest in the Diocese or to [email protected]. worked in Honduras for years all seem to have of Baton Rouge and writes on current topics for the same conviction that better education is the The Catholic Commentator. 18 The Catholic Commentator COMING EVENTS August 8, 2012

Charismatic Day of Renewal – Anne Trufant, founder of will be Sunday, Aug. 12. For information call 225-926- Church in Gonzales, Sept. 29-30. For information call the Hosanna House, owner and director of Camp Kahdalea 6962 or email [email protected]. St. Theresa School office at 225-647-2803 or Barbara Mel- for girls and boys, and co-founder of Change Lives Now, ancon at 225-647-8035. will speak at an annual Day of Renewal, sponsored by the Magnificat Breakfast – Father Clarence Waguespack, Charismatic Renewal Office of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, pastor of St. Joseph the Worker Church in Pierre Part, will Living the Discerning Life Series – The Marian Servants of Saturday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at the Our Lady of speak at a breakfast hosted by Magnificat, a ministry for the Eucharist will host a 10-week DVD seminar, “Living Mercy Church Parish Activity Center, 444 Marquette Ave., Catholic women, on Saturday, Aug. 25, 9 a.m.-noon, at the the Discerning Life,” by Father Timothy Gallagher OMV, Baton Rouge. For information call the Diocese of Baton Oak Lodge Reception Center, 2834 S. Sherwood Forest on most Wednesdays, Aug. 22-Nov. 14, 6:45-8:30 p.m., at Rouge Office of Charismatic Renewal at 225-346-8873. Blvd., Baton Rouge. Father Waguespack said the Blessed the St. George Church Kleinpeter Activity Center, 7808 Mother has played a special role in his life. Reservations St. George Dr., Baton Rouge. Father Gallagher will help Charis Retreat – Charis Ministries, a Jesuit ministry for are $15 each and can be purchased by mailing a check to attendees understand the fruits of the spirits or stirrings young adults, will host a retreat, “Choosing to be Catholic,” Kathy Hains, 2537 Berrybrook Dr., Baton Rouge, 70816 by within each person and accept those that are of God and for those aged 18-39, on Saturday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Aug. 20. The names of those responding will be registered reject those that are not. Participants are asked to pur- at Ursula Hall at Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 8033 at the door. chase Father Gallagher’s book, “Discernment of Spirits,” Baringer Road, Baton Rouge. A fee of $20 per person, or before the first session. Cost of the seminar is $15. For in- $15 if attendees sign up with a friend, includes meals and Festival of Friends – As part of the upcoming St. John formation and to register email [email protected]. supplies. For information and to register visit charisminis and St. Theresa Festival of Friends, Oct. 5-7, several church tries.org or call 225-747-0504. parishes will display a quilt that will be raffled at the fair 40 Days for Life Baton Rouge – An organizational meet- and sell tickets before and after each Mass on the follow- ing for the 40 Days for Life Campaign will be held Mon- Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites – The Secular Order ing weekends: St. Mark Church in Gonzales, Aug. 11-12; day, Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m., at the Catholic Life Center, 1800 of Discalced Carmelites welcomes those who are interested St. Anne Church in Napoleonville, Aug. 18-19; St. Gabriel S. Acadian Thwy., Baton Rouge. For information visit in developing their prayer life according to the teachings of in St. Gabriel, Aug. 25-26; St. Anthony of Padua Church in 40DaysForLifeBR.com., email 40daysforlifebr@gmail. the Carmelite saints. Meetings are held at the Our Lady of Sorrento, Sept. 2; Holy Rosary Church in St. Amant, Sept. com or call Deacon Mike Chiappetta, director of the Mercy Parish Activity Center St. Gabriel Room, 444 Mar- 8-9; St. Joseph in French Settlement, Sept. 15-16; St. John Marriage and Family Life Office for the Diocese of Ba- quette Ave., Baton Rouge, at 1:30 p.m. The next meeting Church in Prairieville, Sept. 22-23; and St. Theresa of Avila ton Rouge, at 225-242-0135.

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O’Keeffe, acting president of the to adjust its operations to reflect pel discovery, which would have — Facing the likelihood of an un- Serra Club in the Diocese of Colo- the fact that membership in the forced Serra International to turn ready at any time favorable court ruling in its legal rado Springs. United States has declined but is over all financial and membership battle against Serra International, Serra International is a lay or- growing in other countries. information of councils around and place to sit down legal notices the leaders of the organization’s ganization whose objective is to The restructuring was neces- the world. USA Council plan to form a new, foster vocations to the priesthood sary, he said, for the organization “On the basis of recent develop- face to face with the independent organization to pro- and religious life. to stay financially sound and more ments, we are optimistic that the mote vocations to the priesthood In December 2010, its board closely adhere to its original objec- court will decide in favor of Serra Serra International and religious life in the United of trustees passed a resolution to tives. (International), at which point we States. dissolve its USA Council, citing The USA Council refused to will be able to move forward to Board to resolve “We are preparing a business overlapping functions and exces- cease operations, causing Serra eliminate duplication of services, plan which we will soon share sive costs associated with main- International to file a lawsuit in a significantly reduce operating ex- the issues they have with all the clubs for their sug- taining two separate offices in Chicago circuit court. The council penses, and most importantly, be- gestions, comments and support,” Chicago, where both entities have responded by filing affirmative gin the healing process under one raised.” wrote USA Council president Greg their headquarters. defenses, saying that even if Ser- Serra,” wrote Serra International’s Lynch in an email to Serra Club In a March 2011 interview with ra’s claims were true, the council president, Thomas Wong, in a re- presidents. The Colorado Catholic Herald, should not be held responsible. cent letter to Serra members. Greg Lynch An informal poll of local Serra Colorado Springs diocesan news- Judge Neil Cohen of the Cook “The time has come to end this President, USA Council

unfortunate chapter in our histo- For help placing your classified The Catholic Commentator ad, call 225-387-0983. ry,” Wong said, adding that he was PO Box 3316 All classified ads are prepaid. “deeply saddened” to hear that Baton Rouge LA 70821-3316 Credit cards are not accepted. USA Council leaders were plan- ning to form a separate organiza- Help Wanted Help Wanted Help Wanted Help Wanted tion. He said he doubted that such a group would have the backing of Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge any bishop or the Holy See. Director of Stewardship Serra International also has Youth Ministry stated that the new organization The Director of Stewardship serves as the chief would not be allowed to use the fund raiser for the diocese, overseeing the Stew- Project Coordinator Serra name or logo on any of its ardship Office, parish and school stewardship training, the General Statement of DutieS materials. Bishop’s Annual Appeal, fund raising by the diocese and the Provides administrative support and collaborates in “We are of the opinion that it Catholic Foundation and assists church parishes in select- planning, coordinating and implementing all youth min- is most unlikely that any bishop ing vendors for their fund raising campaigns. istry projects and events, as well as collaborates with would authorize a Catholic voca- the office staff of Evangelization & Catechesis on depart- Education and ExpEriEncE rEquirEmEnts tion organization that is not ag- • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, ment projects. Assists with event or ministry related ac- gregated to the Holy See to com- Communications, Marketing, Non-Profit Manage- counts payable/receivables, complex electronic record pete against Serra for members ment or Philanthropy and five years specifically re- keeping, website design, program management, practi- and support from his diocese,” lated experience. Certified Fund Raising Executive cal application of technology, planning, organizing and Wong wrote. (CFRE) certification preferred. other duties to contribute to the functions of the office. Episcopal advisers to both • Valid, current driver’s license and own reliable This position also contributes to providing resources and parties, including Serra Interna- transportation. support to all youth, parents, young adults and youth tional’s current episcopal adviser, • Due to the nature of this position, it is required that ministry leaders of the diocese. Cardinal Francis E. George of the incumbent be a practicing Roman Catholic, who eDucation anD experience requirementS Chicago, have urged that the mat- is registered and active in a parochial or religious Minimum four years professional level event planning ter be settled out of court through community. experience including demonstrated ability in organizing mediation. “(They) agree with us that di- must BE aBlE to dEmonstratE large scale events and event/project logistics, and mini- • Ability to develop and cultivate diverse relationships, mum two years in direct Youth and Young Adult Ministry rect discussion and mediation is including peers, staff, pastors, principals and poten- required, bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. Requires the way to settle our differences, tial donors. a working knowledge of the United States Catholic Bish- not a lawsuit,” wrote Kurt Metyko, • Administrative and fund development expertise ops’ document “Renewing the Vision” and its application past president of the USA Council, and ability in program and business development; in ministry with young people. Youth Ministry Special- in a June 22 letter to O’Keeffe. working knowledge of fund raising software. ization Certification required or must be obtained within “As we have been in the past, • Excellent managerial skills including the ability to three years of hire. Excellent typing/word processing we are ready at any time and place appropriately supervise staff and vendors. skills and working knowledge of various computer pro- to sit down face to face with the Please submit letter of interest, résumé and grams to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Serra International Board to re- references to: Internet, and Web Design. Due to the nature of this po- solve the issues they have raised. Director of Stewardship Search Committee sition, it is required that the incumbent be a practicing We are all Serrans and wish to re- Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Roman Catholic, who is registered and active in a paro- main Serrans,” wrote Lynch, the P.O. Box 2028 chial or religious community and possesses a working council’s current president. Baton Rouge, LA 70821-2028 knowledge of Catholic teachings and doctrine. Requires As of now, however, the matter Fax: 225-336-8789 working weekends and evenings regularly. remains in the hands of Judge Co- Email: [email protected] hen. Serra International’s lawyers Please submit resume and letter of interest to www.diobr.org have submitted a motion for sum- [email protected]. Deadline to apply is August 24, 2012. Applications must be received by August 15, 2012. mary judgment, but such a ruling has not been made. 20 The Catholic Commentator August 8, 2012

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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul needs car, boat, camper and motor-home donations. Proceeds benefit the poor and homeless served by the Bishop Ott Shelter Program, St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy and Myriam’s Lakedra Whitener explains the Redemptorist Elementary School dress code to parents of new students dur- ing an orientation session Aug. 2 in the RES cafeteria. Whitener, who was filling in for RES principal Erica House. Call (225) 383-7837, ext. O Walker, also told the parents they have to volunteer 20 hours at the school. Of the students whose tuition to make your donation or online at will be paid by the Louisiana State Department of Education, 60 will be in kindergarten. Photo by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator www.svdpbr.org. ÂFree Towing!!! SCHOLARSHIPS: Catholic schools prepare parents, students FROM PAGE 1 schools charge is less than the cost of the child’s We Don’t Want the the LEAP test to determine if they will be re- education. That is why we have fund raisers, ap- quired to attend summer school or be retained. ply for grants and seek out other sources of in- Shirt Off Your Back … Students in the third, fifth, sixth and seventh come” to augment the actual cost of a student’s grades take the state’s iLEAP test to measure the Catholic education, Verges said. “The state will

student’s progress but does not determine if the be saving money.” But we do want those shirts you haven’t worn student will be retained in the current grade. To answer questions that many parents of stu- in a while. In fact, we want all the clothing you Students in the scholarship program will be dents already enrolled in Catholic school in this no longer wear. Clean out your closet and give required to take the LEAP or the iLEAP test. The diocese had about the new students, the Catholic unwanted clothing to St. Vincent de Paul! We results of these tests will be reported for the en- schools office put the statement of its philosophy desperately need your donations of clothing to tire school. on its website, csobr.org, which Verges said has help us in our mission of charity. Every year, Verges emphasized that the Catholic schools helped alleviate the concerns of parents. we provide clothing (free of charge) to 15,000 are trying to keep the identity of the scholarship Verges sees the scholarship program as the people, helping them to become self-sufficient. students confidential so they will not be treat- “privatization of education. Parents choose ed differently. If the students have to take the where their children go to school. This may be Give a hand-up to people in need! state required tests on a regular school day, the the answer in the short and the long run.” Help us with our clothing shortage, other students will immediately know who they She added that she is proud of Louisiana for are, Verges explained. “We are asking the state being bold in the way the education problem and drop your clothing donation off at to allow us to give the test on a Saturday so the is being addressed and in putting the children any St. Vincent de Paul location. children won’t be identified,” the superintendent above political interests. “This will make our

said. state stronger,” Verges said. We also gladly accept household items, Scholarship students being accepted into a The level of education in the Catholic schools furnishings and appliances in good condition. Catholic school will not take the place of a child will remain high. The students will be brought Call our pick-up service at (225) 267-5447 to make whose family belongs to that church parish and into the culture of that particular classroom. your large clothing, furniture or appliance who wants the child to go to that Catholic school. This is one of the reasons only a limited num- donations. “We take care of our parishioners’ children first,” ber of scholarship students are being accepted in reassured Verges. “Our mission is to serve our each school, Verges explained. Give your clothing to a great Catholic church parishes first then reach out to the rest of She believes everyone will benefit when the the community.” new students enroll in the 19 Catholic schools. Organization – St. Vincent de Paul! The state will pay each school’s published tu- She said, “The children and their parents will be ition and student fees, no more and no less, for a gift to us and we will be able to provide them each scholarship student stated. “The tuition our with the gift of a quality Catholic education.” Let our advertisers know you saw their ad in The Catholic Commentator. They make your Catholic newspaper possible.